NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 4, 2023

This is an experience that a lot of people who have been participating in philanthropy for decades are unaware of— the lived experiences of people of color with wealth and the type of philanthropy that they have contributed over decades. It looks different. It’s not institutional. And a lot of it is just not visible.

Philanthropy 89

Philanthropy Race and Ethnicity Recruitment Foundations 89

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

As close observers of the world of family giving, we are convinced this is an historic moment for families and the future of philanthropy as well. What makes this moment perhaps the most notable time in the history of family philanthropy is that it is a time of crucial choices—with huge potential consequences and opportunities.

Philanthropy 119

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Foundations Collaborations 119

Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . Because you are the one person, or one department, actually charged with living and breathing philanthropy on a daily basis. You are the philanthropy facilitator. . You’re part of the problem.

Culture 124

Culture Philanthropy Public and Nonprofit Management Organizational Development 124

iMarketSmart

MAY 13, 2022

Alumni most likely to give to their alma maters, for instance, are those who believe that the lasting value of their education greatly outweighed the cost – no matter how much they paid. Those that believe the cost outweighed the value are highly unlikely to give, no matter how little they paid.

Values 52

Values Ethics Fundraising Fundraising 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 17, 2024

F rom Education to Nonprofit Management Nicole’s interest in public service began in high school, where her involvement in the Youth Volunteer Corps sparked her passion. “ I believe in the power of education. “ Educate yourself and become a well-rounded professional.

Public and Nonprofit Management 246

Public and Nonprofit Management Medical Nonprofit Leadership Universities 246

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 11, 2023

Our community, past and present, had paved the way for our power to be rooted in, multiply, and inspire a movement for new philanthropy. Our community, past and present, had paved the way for our power to be rooted in, multiply, and inspire a movement for new philanthropy. Reception to this invitation varied.

Philanthropy 85

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Culture Foundations 85

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 31, 2023

Philanthropy often relies on large, national intermediaries that lack local knowledge and relationships. Outlining Key Investment Gaps in Rural America Nearly nine out of 10 of the nation’s persistent poverty counties are rural , and they face chronic underinvestment by government, philanthropy, and the private sector.

Values 111

Values Poverty Nonprofit Administration and Development Finance 111

iMarketSmart

APRIL 7, 2023

The less I thought about fundraising strategies and tactics, and the more I studied philanthropy, the more successful I and my operations became. I simply observed, looking for what form philanthropy was taking in each prospect I met with and at what stage of self-discovery they were in. I never thought about fundraising technique.

Values 52

Values Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy 52

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2023

There are specific funding strategies that philanthropy can employ to shield artists from the capitalist market. Troutman insists, “Historic Clayborn Temple, and others like us, can teach philanthropy a few things.…Artists Anasa is right: Artists can indeed help philanthropy rethink its pace and purpose.

Philanthropy 84

Philanthropy Culture Agriculture Community Development 84

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 20, 2022

We know that housing is fundamental because housing is a prerequisite to everything: health, safety, education, well-being. So, we’ve learned to talk about housing with messages that are values-based. Housing represents stability, the possibility of a quality education, of a meaningful democracy.

Values 114

Values Public and Social Policy Collaborations Culture 114

The NonProfit Times

MAY 15, 2024

For that reason among others, the role of medical director of development is gaining popularity amongst philanthropy teams. Here’s what you need to know about why this position’s important, the value it can bring, and what an ideal candidate will look like. What Value Can They Bring? Why Prioritize This Role?

Medical 52

Medical Philanthropy Leadership Collaborations 52

Nonprofit Megaphone

APRIL 7, 2023

As a result, cultivating a culture of philanthropy is essential for nonprofit organizations to achieve long-term sustainability and impact. Nonprofit board members play a critical role in creating and maintaining a culture of philanthropy. Creating a culture of gratitude can also help to build long-term relationships with donors.

Culture 52

Culture Philanthropy Volunteerism Volunteerism 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 20, 2023

When considering that the estimated value of a volunteer hour is about $32, it’s easier to see that volunteer time is an in-kind donation in its own right. Certain companies may be willing to donate the use of their software to your nonprofit through corporate philanthropy initiatives. Catering and entertainment. Audiovisual equipment.

Philanthropy 210

Philanthropy Nonprofit Leadership Food Leadership 210

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 14, 2024

Decreased donation value. The value of your donations may also decrease during periods of high inflation. For nonprofits with endowments invested in interest-bearing accounts, interest rates impact the value of these investments (as these interest funds are usually what nonprofits take for their mission).

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Leadership Technology 130

Affnetz

APRIL 30, 2024

In contrast, broader philanthropy surveys, such as Giving USA, show declines in 2009, with subsequent increases in later years. Improving donor retention can significantly impact giving rates for educational institutions. First-Time Donor Program: Don’t overlook the incredible value of implementing a first-time donor program.

Retention 264

Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Management 264

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 20, 2023

The pledge highlights aims to change the fact that philanthropies only give 1.3% —a tiny fraction—of their US climate dollars to BIPOC-led environmental and justice-focused organizations. Philanthropy often funds organizations working on climate change solutions, but only a tiny fraction of those dollars—just 1.3

Philanthropy 47

Philanthropy Environmental Foundations Leadership 47

Fundraising Leadership

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

” “I wear my values on my sleeve,” said Lerner. “It It is not easy to live your values in business. But they are not values if you only practice them when they are convenient. Equity is one of four core values at Helios, in addition to partnership, community and investment.” You have to do it when it’s tough.”

Leadership 52

Leadership Philanthropy Retail Education 52

The NonProfit Times

MAY 16, 2024

However, corporate philanthropy leaders appear to be evolving their approach to place greater emphasis on tangible outcomes and less on inputs such as dollars given or number of employee hours volunteered. Corporate investment in social impact appears to show no signs of slowing down.

Volunteerism 52

Volunteerism Volunteerism Environmental Philanthropy 52

EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Corporate philanthropy encompasses mutually beneficial relationships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses. However, most nonprofits continue to drastically underutilize available philanthropy opportunities, resulting in billions of corporate dollars being left on the table each year. Let’s begin!

Philanthropy 52

Philanthropy Energy Fundraising Fundraising 52

Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

The four keys to build a fully invested board are: educate them about the organization’s needs, shift their mindset, engage them in meaningful ways, and recognize their role in fueling the mission. Educate Your Board on What You Need Education is the key to getting board members to fundraise. Get Started Today 1.

Fundraising 103

Fundraising Fundraising Education Education 103

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Kartik Akileswaran , Jonathan Mazumdar & Angela Perez Albertos “When I was preparing to come to Delhi for a job, everyone in the village laughed and asked how it was possible that my village education would find me a job in a big city," recalled a 22-year-old Tabassum Naaz in 2010. Education is not the silver bullet.

Manufacturing 122

Manufacturing Education Education Foundations 122

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Let’s Define Your Community Since your mission is to facilitate philanthropy in order to move your mission forward, let’s talk about your philanthropic community – the donors, volunteers, advocates and ambassadors who fuel your work, making your impact the greatest it can be. Fundamentally, all of philanthropy is a value-for-value exchange.

Philanthropy 112

Philanthropy Values Associations Children 112

Affnetz

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Join us on a journey that reshapes nonprofit dynamics, prioritizes community voices, and sparks a revolution in philanthropy Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) is a revolutionary approach that is reshaping how organizations connect with their supporters. It places community at the forefront and is changing the game for nonprofits.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Culture Philanthropy 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Powell , Executive Director, Art Reach of Mid Michigan Kim Pratt , Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation Mercedes Pringle , Age Concern Bermuda Shenique Rasheed , Education Coordinator, KERA Jamillah Renard , Project Advisor, Movement Strategy Center Chris Rettich , American Cancer Society Susan Richardson , Family Centre Esteria Rogan (..)

Nonprofit governance and management 246

Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Foundations 246

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As noted by Native Americans in Philanthropy, Tribal Nations, through their nation-to-nation relationships with the federal government and their deep knowledge of the ecosystems they steward, bring unique tools and resources to the 30×30 movement. I haven’t found this to be true. Since then, the MacArthur Foundation has invested over $1.2

Philanthropy 83

Philanthropy Nonprofit Administration and Development Energy Nonprofit governance and management 83

Philanthropy 2173

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Though its size is not based on endowed assets but rather speculative stock value, the organization, which is still as of this writing a nonprofit , is valued at $86 Billion. Fifth, philanthropy is playing a not insignificant role in these developments. Right now, there are 13 universities in the U.S.A. Bigger than that.

Nonprofit governance 87

Nonprofit governance Governance Civil Society Non-Profits 87

iMarketSmart

JULY 19, 2021

For instance, imagine if your institution were to do much more to ensure that its students were not just educated, but also truly supported as they embarked on their career journey? This is how the seeds of philanthropy get planted. The post A powerful new way to deliver value to your future supporters appeared first on MarketSmart.

Values 52

Values Universities Education Education 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 10, 2023

And how can philanthropies fund it? Between 2016 and 2019 , nearly half of global giving by US foundations went to health, while environment and human rights accounted for roughly 11 percent each, followed by agriculture and education. By Kartik Akileswaran & Jonathan Mazumdar What is the most powerful route to prosperity?

Production 103

Production Entrepreneurship Agriculture Education 103

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

As they approach or enjoy their retirement years, many from this generation are actively involved in philanthropy, making valuable contributions to charitable causes. Silent Generation donors value personal connections and traditional forms of communication. They are known for their loyalty to the causes they support.

Participation and motivation 97

Participation and motivation Philanthropy Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 97

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2023

One key takeaway message: the rise of the über-wealthy in US philanthropy continues. In other words, more and more we can expect giving to follow the volatility of the stock market—rising more in years when stock values rise, and falling more in years when stock values decline.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 83

Nonprofit Administration and Development Universities Philanthropy Education 83

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 31, 2023

For instance, an environmental nonprofit might reach out to the supporter of a similar initiative with the following message: “As a key supporter of the clean water movement, we are confident that you share our values for making a positive impact on the environment. Use digital tools. Visualize the network.

Nonprofit Leadership 138

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Environmental Values 138

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The Gates Foundation, the nation’s largest private foundation, is well known for its proclivity to “swing for the fences,” with mixed results (more success in global health, less success in US education). The total value of employee-owner shares at those companies is $32.7 In terms of numbers, there are concrete, albeit modest, gains.

Philanthropy 128

Philanthropy Public Policy Governance Foundations 128

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 14, 2023

These new questions demand not only our attention but also our renewed commitment to publicly advocating for the values that underpin our work. While the legal impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action was limited to higher education, it has already had ripple effects across the charitable sector.

Nonprofit governance and management 115

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Ethics Foundations 115

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 1, 2023

There’s no question that there’s power in philanthropy providing organizations with general operating support and unrestricted funding. Both are important components of trust-based philanthropy , a grantmaking approach that emphasizes humility and collaboration across a range of dimensions.

Nonprofit Capacity 85

Nonprofit Capacity Philanthropy Children Foundations 85

Candid

MARCH 27, 2024

It’s one way to get inside the minds of people who use Candid’s GuideStar to discover organizations aligned with their values. These subject areas are derived from Candid’s Philanthropy Classification System. Here we provide a snapshot of what’s been trending. and whether your profile might benefit from a review and update.

Culture 52

Culture Food Homelessness Education 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 5, 2023

Public institution spending dwarfs private philanthropy in most countries in the world. In the United States , private philanthropy totaled $176.7 billion across social, health care, and education in 2021, while government spending in the same areas was approximately 25 times more.

Public and Social Policy 104

Public and Social Policy Governance Philanthropy Poverty 104

Candid

MAY 8, 2024

There are a multitude of ways advocates, employers, and philanthropies can make an impact—from lending support to federal equal pay legislative efforts, to embracing improvements within their own workplaces, to consistently investing in the research, policy development, and public education necessary to help make the case for change.

Race and Ethnicity 64

Race and Ethnicity Public and Social Policy Construction Medical 64